On a beach in West Jutland, Denmark, a low building near the beach houses one of the most crucial Internet connections in the world. Undersea fiber optic cables from New Jersey terminate here, connecting the US with Europe. MOTHERBOARD talked with a marine maintenance manager to find out just how important it is keeping the transatlantic link up and running in the information age.
With as many characters as the Star Wars franchise has, not every story is going to be a winner. The contrast between the arcs of Finn and Kylo are a study in meaningful change — one with an undefined motive and the other that undergoes a radical change through the course of The Last Jedi. Lessons from the Screenplay looks at the two narratives and dissects their strengths and weaknesses in this video essay.
Before he even stepped foot in The Q, Lebron James had already been branded as "The Chosen One." But sixteen years and dozens of accolades later, King James has truly lived up to the name. Nike honors him and his eighth straight trip to the NBA Finals with this ad starring the 17-year-old aspiring basketball legend.
Nighttime routines don't need to be complicated, and River Botanicals keeps its CBD Sleep Gummies refreshingly straightforward. Each gummy combines 50mg of broad-spectrum CBD with 50mg of CBN, delivering a measured formula in an easy-to-take format. Made with non-GMO hemp and third-party tested by batch, the THC-free gummies are designed to fit seamlessly into a nightly routine without the need for capsules or tinctures. With a simple formula and convenient format, they're an uncomplicated addition to a more intentional wind-down ritual.
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Get your Ford ready for fall with genuine accessories built for changing weather, everyday utility, and weekend adventures. From Bronco floor liners, cargo protection, and trail-ready upgrades to F-150 bed mats, tonneau covers, and smart storage solutions, these vehicle-specific additions help tackle muddy gear, wet roads, and tailgate duty with ease. Whether you're refreshing your daily driver or gearing up for a weekend outdoors, Ford Accessories offer practical ways to protect and personalize your ride. Through December 31, take 15% off eligible accessories purchases up to $1,000 with code REDEEM15 at Ford.com.
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Netflix isn't just about movies and TV series anymore. The streaming giant is now dabbling in comic books. Dubbed the The Magic Order, the project is headed by Mark Millar and Olivier Coipel and if you didn't already know, they've worked on titles like Kick-Ass, Kingsman: The Secret Service, Legion of Super-Heroes and Thor. With this level of talent involved, we're sure a whole franchise of film and TV adaptations will soon follow. The six-issue series will be available June 13, 2018.
If you need to relax, there's no better way to do it than with 10 hours of oceanscapes from BBC Earth. The people who brought you Planet Earth and Blue Planet have compiled 10 uninterrupted hours of life under the sea, with just the natural soundtrack — nothing man-made and just as nature intended.
Vikings are still among us. Although they've left the raiding and pillaging in the past, a small group led by Chief Ingrid Galadriel Aune Nilsen is still honoring their heritage, showcasing the modest side of the lifestyle. They reside in the mountains of Norway and do everything from eating dried meat to making their own clothes just as their ancestors did before them
Using anything from sea sponges to tree canopies, architecture has been drawing inspiration from nature for centuries. More specifically, mimicking the engineering found in natural forms. This practice is called biomimicry. A perfect example of this is Zimbabwe's Eastgate Centre. Designed by Mick Pearce. the architect studied the ingenuity of termites to create a building that could naturally cool itself.
SOREL expands the Horizon collection by carrying the rugged DNA of its iconic Caribou boot across three silhouettes built for changing terrain and seasons. The Callsign Horizon Low GTX brings the concept closest to a sneaker, pairing waterproof GORE-TEX® construction with lightweight Livelyfoam cushioning and a Vibram XS Trek Evo outsole for everyday traction. Moving higher, the Daystorm Horizon GTX combines full-grain leather, GORE-TEX® waterproofing, and a rugged Vibram® lug outsole for everything from wet city streets to the trail. At the top of the lineup, the Caribou Horizon GTX modernizes SOREL's winter icon with 200 grams of insulation, seam-sealed leather, a GORE-TEX® membrane, and Caribou-inspired Vibram traction for snow, slush, and cold-weather exploration.
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Ultra is expanding its nicotine-free pouch lineup with new Energy Pouches, delivering 180mg of caffeine alongside L-theanine and a full B-vitamin stack of B3, B6, and B12. Designed for sharper focus and a faster onset than coffee, the formula is built to kick in within 5 to 10 minutes while aiming to deliver energy with less of the crash. Launched in September 2026, the Energy Pouches give Ultra's rapidly growing lineup a convenient new option for focused energy without reaching for another cup of coffee.
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Few movie franchises have a disregard for limbs like Star Wars. Losing a hand or an arm has become nearly a right of passage for the series' main characters, from Luke to Anakin to the Yeti on Hoth. But is there a deeper meaning to all the missing extremities? ScreenPrism does an in-depth analysis to get at the symbolism behind losing a limb in Star Wars.
The Bluths are back. To honor their return, Binging with Babish's Andrew tries his hand at some of their family delicacies. He kicks things off with frozen bananas and even attempts his own hot ham water. See what else the family cooks up when season five of Arrested Development begins streaming today on Netflix.
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